Epilogue
When you go on a tour, the initial instinct is to see as much as you can. By doing so, we usually miss the friendly atmosphere of a particular place, we miss one particular kind of food which makes the place famous, but most of all we miss the relaxation factor of the tour. Trying to relax is the true purpose of a vacation but we rather spend the time chasing after the pleasure of shopping.
When you tour Europe, you will always run into old cathedrals, sculptures, paintings and architecture. It is very true when you see one cathedral, you have seen them all. It will be a lot easier if we can choose 1 single place and spend the time exploring that particular place. You will never be disappointed if you can take the first step to learn and understand the local people. Smile. Introduce yourself. Offer a sincere handshake. Learn what most Europeans do when they greet each other – a gentle hug and a kiss on both cheeks. Never mind the clumsiness of the language. People all have enough intelligence to understand sign language. Do not be inhibited with too many principles. It is time for vacation. It is time to enjoy life with some humour. Open your heart. Ask questions. Offer your feelings. Continue reading →